Legal Workshops
From Hiring to Firing: What Every Startup Needs to Know to be Investor Ready
November 26th, 2025 1:00 pm ET
Get equipped with the knowledge to confidently navigate the world of employment in this legal workshop led by Kelly O’Ferrall and Summer Danakas.
Designed for early-stage founders learning how to reduce misclassification risk, “get the paperwork right,” and navigate common pitfalls to support compliant, scalable growth.
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Key legal aspects of startup employment
Get equipped with the knowledge to navigate the world of startup employment with confidence.
What To Expect
- Discover how to distinguish employees from independent contractors, approaches to hiring “interns,” the essentials of well‑drafted employment agreements, and core compliance obligations under employment standards, human rights, and occupational health and safety laws.
- Learn how to reduce misclassification risk, “get the paperwork right,” and navigate common pitfalls to support compliant, scalable growth.
- Virtual Q&A
Startup Funding & Term SheetsVirtual Edition
Legal workshop led by Laura Webb, Partner, Emerging and High Growth Companies, Osler
Designed for early-stage founders navigating investment and investors looking to deepen their understanding of deal terms, this virtual format allows us to bring essential content to you, wherever you are!
Key legal aspects of startup funding
Get equipped with the knowledge to navigate the world of startup investment with confidence.
What To Expect
- Enhance your knowledge of deal terms – a non-negotiable for both founders and investors.
- Gain the legal clarity and assurance you need to navigate the funding landscape successfully.
- Virtual Q&A
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Gain essential legal expertise from top-tier experts
Together with our National Founding Partner, Osler, we're excited to bring you exclusive legal workshops designed for the modern entrepreneur and investor. This is your opportunity to learn directly from the best in the business.
These legal workshops deliver practical, substantive content straight from an Osler legal expert. You’ll walk away with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the legal complexities of your business, from startups to scaling.
"Osler is excited to be the National Founding Sponsor of Women Funding Women (WFW). Supporting the dynamic WFW Collective that represents angels, venture firms and founders across Canada is firmly aligned with Osler's commitment to actively support women founders and investors in Canada’s venture ecosystem."